Description
Exclusively located on the bay at Barr Al Jissah, the Shangri-La nestles against the dramatic backdrop of the rugged interior mountains and the spectacular waters of the Gulf of Oman. Built in a majestic Omani style and set in 124 acres of landscaped gardens, the resort comprises three hotels: Al Waha, Al Bandar and Al Husn.
Throughout the resort, all rooms are sea facing and have private balconies, terraces or patios. All spacious rooms are designed to reflect the enchanting Arabian spirit of traditional Oman, and feature artworks and imagery created by local artists. Amenities include complimentary broadband Internet access, flatscreen TVs and DVD entertainment systems. Bathrooms feature baths, separate shower cubicles and Shangri La toiletries.
The resort complex comprises twenty restaurants and bars, a Chi Spa and three private beaches. Facilities within the resort include three freshwater swimming pools, a fitness centre, tennis courts, a dive centre and a dedicated “Little Turtles” kids club.
Guide price
£1,735 Per person
£1,735 per person for 7 nights, based on 2 people sharing an Al Waha Superior Seaview Room on a bed and breakfast basis, including British Airways flights and transfers.
Accommodation
The resort offers rooms and suites in Al Waha, Al Bandar and Al Husn. Decorated in an authentic Arabian style rooms feature complimentary broadband Internet access, flatscreen TVs, DVD entertainment systems, coffee/tea making facilities, minibar, and a butler service on request. Bathrooms feature baths, separate shower cubicles and Shangri La toiletries.
Childcare
Children’s facilities at the Shangri La Barr al Jissah are excellent. The Little Turtle’s Kid’s Club located in the Al Waha Hotel provides both air conditioned/indoor and outdoor play areas, both under trained supervision. Children up to 8 yrs old are welcome but those under 4 yrs old should be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The 'Adventure Zone' is an exciting family entertainment venue located in the Al Mazaar souk adjacent to the 'Omani Heritage Village' and is open daily from 10am to 10pm offering a variety of play areas, a climbing wall, soft play areas and daily Nintendo Wii Sports challenges. Other children's activities include treasure hunts, henna painting, the Sand City Competition and Arabian arts and crafts.
Facilities
Facilities at the Shangri La include 20 restaurants & bars serving Italian, Arabian, Spanish and Moroccan cuisines, spa, 3 swimming pools, a fully equipped fitness centre featuring a sauna, steam room and jacuzzi, 4 tennis courts, dive centre, children’s club, the 'Adventure Zone', the 'Splash Pad', 'Lazy River' and the 'Omani Heritage Village'.
Activities
The resort offers complimentary volleyball, snorkelling, sailing, windsurfing and kayaking. Diving, spa treatments, motorised water sports and desert excursions are charged additionally.
Services
Room service, laundry and babysitting.
When to travel
The best time to visit Oman is between November and mid-March, when the cooler air brings the mountain scenery sharply into focus and daytime temperatures average 25°C. For the rest of the year, much of Oman is oppressively hot and hazy, particularly between May and August.
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Location and directions
Muscat, Oman
Exclusively located on the bay at Barr al Jissah, overlooking the Gulf of Oman. Only 15-minutes to Ruwi business district, and within easy reach of the old city of Muscat and Muttrah. Situated in the southeast of the Arabian Peninsula, the Sultanate of Oman is bordered by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the west, Yemen to the southwest and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to the northwest.
How to get there
7.5-hour direct flight Muscat. The resort is approximately 45-minutes by road from Muscat International Airport.
